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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmia specialist at Ruijin Hospital in Shanghai, with a clinical focus on complex catheter ablation, recurrent or post-surgical arrhythmias, leadless pacemaker implantation, His-bundle pacing, and CRT/CRTD device therapy.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
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Chief Physician
Hospital & Department：
Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine – Department of Cardiology
(address: No. 197 Ruijin 2nd Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, 200025)
Dr. Ning Zhang (张凝) - Arrhythmia Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Ning Zhang (张凝) is Chief Physician in the Department of Cardiology at Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, with more than 20 years of experience in cardiac electrophysiology. His clinical focus includes catheter ablation for complex arrhythmias, recurrent or post-surgical rhythm disorders, leadless pacemaker implantation, His-bundle pacing, and CRT/CRTD device therapy. Dr. Zhang earned his medical doctorate in France, is a Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society (FHRS), and has completed more than 8,000 interventional procedures, including over 800 complex catheter ablations annually. He has contributed to national pacing-therapy guidelines, led research funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, and serves as Associate Editor of Electrophysiological Strategies for Arrhythmia Analysis. His specialist techniques include intracardiac echocardiography (ICE)-guided ablation for challenging cases such as postoperative atrial flutter.
Why Choose Dr. Ning Zhang for Your Cardiac Care
Dr. Ning Zhang combines more than 20 years of cardiac electrophysiology experience with a high-volume practice in complex catheter ablation at Ruijin Hospital in Shanghai. His clinical work includes recurrent and post-surgical arrhythmias, intracardiac echocardiography (ICE)-guided ablation, leadless pacemaker implantation, His-bundle pacing, and CRT/CRTD device therapy. This breadth may be particularly relevant to patients with recurrent rhythm disorders after previous ablation, post-surgical arrhythmias, or advanced pacing needs.
For international patients considering specialist care in China, a remote review before travel offers a practical way to present existing medical records, prior treatment history, and key questions for Dr. Zhang’s opinion. The review can clarify the issues requiring further specialist discussion, identify additional information that may be needed, and support a more informed decision about whether to pursue an in-person pathway at Ruijin Hospital in Shanghai.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Making cross-border healthcare decisions is easier when the specialist has reviewed the case before travel. MedBridgeNZ coordinates a remote specialist-review pathway with Dr. Ning Zhang, including medical-record preparation, translation coordination, client-authorized secure document transfer, and appointment communication with Ruijin Hospital.
For cases accepted into the review pathway, Dr. Zhang will review the submitted records, provide his specialist opinion and recommendations, and address the patient’s prepared questions. This pre-travel process helps international patients clarify potential next steps and decide whether to continue planning an in-person pathway in Shanghai.
Disclaimer: MedBridgeNZ is a medical concierge provider serving a global client base. We assist with logistical coordination and facilitate access to healthcare professionals. MedBridgeNZ does not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatments.Any clinical feedback, treatment planning or suitability discussion remains with the relevant hospital or licensed specialist.
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Dr. Ning Zhang
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Zhang specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias). He has extensive experience with:
Catheter ablation for complex arrhythmias, including supraventricular tachycardia, Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, frequent ventricular premature beats, ventricular tachycardia, atrial tachycardia, atrial flutter, and atrial fibrillation.
Managing difficult cases of atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation after heart surgery or previous ablation procedures.
Pacemaker implantation for slow heart rhythms and cardiac arrest.
Implanting advanced cardiac devices such as CRT/CRTD to improve heart function in patients with severe heart failure.
Verified Client Satisfaction Metrics
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0/5.0 Overall Rating
* Treatment Pathway Satisfaction:
5.0/5.0
* Communication & Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
* High demand: Chosen online for specialist liaison and case reviews by over:
7,500 clients
(Source: These third-party platform indicators are provided for general reference only. They may change over time and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of diagnosis, treatment suitability, appointment availability, or individual clinical outcome.)
Work Experience
Current Position: Chief Physician, Department of Cardiology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (National Key Discipline)
Education & Training
Medical doctorate earned in France
Awards & Honors
Academic & Professional Memberships
Fellow, Heart Rhythm Society (FHRS)
Deputy Head, Youth Committee of the Chinese Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology
Standing Committee Member, Shanghai Heart Rhythm Society
Research & Publications
Contributor to national guidelines on cardiac pacing therapy
Principal investigator of projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and Shanghai Science and Technology Commission
Associate Editor of Electrophysiological Strategies for Arrhythmia Analysis
Mentor to international physicians in advanced techniques such as cryoablation
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Selected peer-reviewed publications:
Wang K et al. “Additional Lesion Sets in Ablation of Outflow Tract Premature Ventricular Contractions: A Randomized Clinical Trial.” JAMA Cardiol. 2024;9(11):1039–1046. PMID: 39320873
Qiu X et al. “Remote Magnetic Navigation Facilitates the Ablation of Frequent Ventricular Premature Complexes Originating from the Outflow Tract and Valve Annulus.” Int J Cardiol. 2018;267:94–99. PMID: 29957265
Li X et al. “Procedural Outcomes and Learning Curve of Cardiac Arrhythmia Catheter Ablation Using Remote Magnetic Navigation.” Clin Cardiol. 2020;43(9):968–975. PMID: 32453461
*The doctor’s information is sourced from the hospital’s official website or provided directly by the doctor. Due to update cycles, there may be occasional delays in reflecting the most recent changes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Dr. Ning Zhang’s expertise relevant to my specific heart rhythm condition?
Dr. Zhang’s clinical focus includes complex arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, frequent ventricular premature beats, and recurrent rhythm disorders after cardiac surgery or previous ablation. He also performs leadless pacemaker implantation, His-bundle pacing, and CRT/CRTD device therapy. MedBridgeNZ can coordinate record preparation and a remote specialist-review request so Dr. Zhang can review the submitted case, provide his opinion and recommendations, and respond to your prepared questions before you decide whether to plan travel to Shanghai.
How can I request a remote specialist review with Dr. Zhang from outside China?
Start by submitting your medical records and a brief summary of your main concerns to MedBridgeNZ. Our medical concierge team coordinates document organization, translation where needed, client-authorized secure transfer to the relevant hospital team, and appointment communication. Once the case is accepted and the review is scheduled, Dr. Zhang will examine the submitted materials, provide his specialist opinion and recommendations, and answer the questions prepared for the review. Non-clinical bilingual support for the remote meeting can also be arranged within the agreed coordination scope.
What support is available if I decide to travel to Shanghai after the review?
After reviewing Dr. Zhang’s opinion, you can decide whether to pursue an in-person pathway at Ruijin Hospital. MedBridgeNZ can coordinate hospital appointment requests, medical invitation or visa-document support, travel planning, accommodation arrangements, translation coordination, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support during hospital visits. Appointment and travel arrangements are finalized according to hospital confirmation, the client’s decision, and the agreed coordination scope.
Flexible Ways to Connect with the Specialist
We understand that every client’s situation is unique. Beyond the Remote Written Review, we offer a range of flexible ways to access specialist insights:
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Remote Video Liaison: For a more personal interaction, we can arrange a live video session, allowing you to discuss your case directly with the specialist with the help of our professional medical translators.
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On-Site Proxy Liaison: If you cannot travel, our dedicated bilingual team can visit the hospital in person on your behalf. We will present your translated medical records to the specialist, facilitate your inquiries, and provide you with a comprehensive translated report of the doctor’s findings.
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In-Person Appointment Booking: If you are planning to travel to China for treatment, we manage the complex hospital registration and appointment process, ensuring you have confirmed access to your chosen specialist upon arrival.
How MedBridgeNZ Helps You:
MedBridgeNZ is a medical concierge and logistics coordination provider for international patients seeking specialist-care pathways in China. We coordinate appointment requests, medical-record preparation, translation, client-authorized document transfer, medical invitation or visa-document support, travel planning, accommodation arrangements, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support for hospital visits. MedBridgeNZ does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Hospital services, specialist fees and other third-party medical or travel costs are separate from MedBridgeNZ coordination fees unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.